Usman Sarki argues that despite growing anti-French sentiment in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, France remains a critical strategic actor in West Africa, with far-reaching implications for Nigeria. As a nuclear-armed UN Security Council member with advanced military, intelligence, and surveillance capabilities, France continues to shape regional security dynamics, even as it withdraws troops from

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The family of Mrs. Akubo Lovelyn John and Gynescope Specialist Hospital, Lagos, are embroiled in a bitter dispute following her death just hours after giving birth. The John family has accused the hospital of negligence, alleging that medical staff delayed transferring Mrs. John to another facility despite her deteriorating condition. They claim that five pints

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Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have begun gathering at the NLC Secretariat in Abuja to stage a nationwide protest over the country’s worsening security situation. NLC President Joe Ajaero was among the leaders present, alongside representatives of labour unions and civil society organisations. Also participating in solidarity was Omoyele Sowore and members of

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Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has disclosed that he directly contacted the office of then-President Muhammadu Buhari, through his Chief of Staff Abba Kyari, to ensure players received their bonuses for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia after months of delays by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Speaking on his Obi One

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The Anambra State Government has warned residents that it will strictly enforce regulations requiring proper drainage systems in homes, following the escalating menace of gully erosion across the state. The State Executive Council (ANSEC) expressed concern that erosion poses a serious threat to lives, property, and infrastructure, attributing the worsening situation to careless practices by

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President Bola Tinubu met with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday night at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in an effort to persuade organised labour to reconsider plans for nationwide protests over worsening security concerns. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door session, NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero said the meeting was a consultation

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The Federal Government has carried out an on-site inspection of the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade the facility to full international status. The inspection was led by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, along with members of a technical committee. According to Keyamo’s Special Adviser

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The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has reported a 1,085% increase in export-laden containers, contributing to a 16.2% rise in overall cargo throughput to 33.52 million metric tonnes in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, up from 28.84 million tonnes in the same period last year. Operational data from NPA highlighted strong growth in container operations,

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The Federal Government has unveiled plans to launch a N1.23 trillion Power Sector Bond as part of a broader N4 trillion debt programme aimed at restoring liquidity, stabilizing the electricity market, and boosting investor confidence in Nigeria’s power sector. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, announced the initiative at an

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No fewer than 250 senior citizens in Delta State benefited from the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS) on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, receiving ₦200,000 each, a 50kg bag of rice, and free medical care provided through the Delta State Government and the Office of the Wife of the Governor. The third edition of

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